Trump winces as B-1 bombers roar, Xi stands unfazed during US welcome: Watch
During a ceremonial welcome for Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews, US President Donald Trump was observed wincing at the sound of B-1 bombers flying overhead. The visit is set to address critical geopolitical issues including trade, technology, and the Russia-Ukraine war.
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The summit represents a high-stakes diplomatic meeting between the world's two largest economies, with the visual contrast between the leaders drawing significant media attention.
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, marking the start of Xi’s three-day state visit for US-China summit.During the ceremonial welcome, two US Air Force B-1 bombers flew overhead as part of the military honours. Trump’s reaction to the powerful roar caught attention on camera, with the US president visibly wincing as the bombers passed over the airbase.Trump and Xi were standing side by side on the tarmac when the aircraft flew overhead.
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